Grade 5 History - Revision

Ancient Egypt is situated in the valley of the Nile River.

The Pyramids of Giza was not built by the Ancient Egyptians.

When preparing the dead body, Egyptians removed the stomach to prevent decay.

The name for Egyptian writing is papyrus.

Egyptians used Mathematics and Astronomy to work out the size of the coming harvest related to the flood plain.

Tutankhamen was the youngest pharaoh ever, to rule ancient Egypt.

Tutankhamen was famous because he became a pharaoh at the young age of 9 years old due to his father passing away.

He was a healthy boy because he was conceived by siblings.

Tutankhamen died at the young age of 19 years old.

Tutankhamen’s tomb was not robbed because builders designed false passages and rooms to stop the thieves from finding his tomb.

Choose the correct definition for the term HERITAGE.

Select the all people and places that represent the heritage of all South Africans.

The Cradle of Humankind is a famous world heritage sight.

Choose the correct answer to explain why The Cradle of Humankind is known as a famous World Heritage Site.

Why is it important to preserve and look after the fossils?

In which province can we find the heritage of indigenous plants?

The capital city of Western Cape is Kimberley.

The capital city of Eastern Cape is Bhisho.

Which plant has healing properties and forms part of our heritage?

Frances Baard was a teacher before she worked in a factory.

Complete the sentence: "Frances Baard was sent to prison for ____ ."

Why was Frances Baard sent to prison?

To colonize is to settle in, and take control of land outside your own countries borders.

What was built to replace the old entrance of The Castle and when was it built?

In which year was the official South African flag put up at The Castle?